Quote by Peter Carey

Being famous as a writer is like being famous in a village. It's not really any very heady fame.

Being famous as a writer is like being famous in a village.

Summary

This quote suggests that being famous as a writer is quite limited in terms of recognition and impact. It compares this fame to being famous within a small village, implying that it is not widespread or well-known on a larger scale. In other words, being renowned as a writer does not grant significant prestige or influence beyond a certain confined sphere. Overall, the quote highlights the relatively modest and confined nature of fame within the realm of writing.

By Peter Carey

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